The Role of an Owner’s Representative in Modular Construction

ModCM explains how an Owner’s Representative helps modular construction projects stay aligned with the owner’s goals. CJ Myrick discusses the role in a 2025 Offsite Dirt Network interview.

Owner’s Representative role

An Owner’s Rep acts as an advocate for the owner. The role keeps architects, factories, contractors, and set crews aligned with the project vision, budget, and timeline.

Why modular projects need one

• Multiple stakeholders often have different priorities.
• Teams new to modular construction may miss key requirements.
• Factory production, transport, and on-site assembly must be sequenced precisely.
• Scope overlaps can create duplicated costs.

CJ Myrick’s background

• Over 25 years in construction.
• Experience as a general contractor.
• Experience as a project manager for a factory.
• Experience as an owner-developer.
• Experience as a commissioning agent.

Projects and results

• First modular project: a Marriott hotel with 354 guest rooms.
• That project was completed in 11 months from groundbreaking to guest opening.
• More than 40 commercial modular buildings delivered.
• Project types include hospitality cabins, hotels, and multi-family developments.
• Worked with a $5 billion regional developer on 4,000 workforce housing units in a mountain resort town.
• Recent work includes a cross-laminated timber, or CLT, modular development.

ModCM focus

ModCM, short for Modular Construction Management, focuses on pre-construction, factory selection, transportation, sequencing, and site work. The company aims to make modular projects seamless and successful.

Key takeaway

The article argues that Owner’s Representatives are becoming more important as modular construction grows. Their job is to reduce risk, manage coordination, and protect the owner’s interests.